The Spirit and the Scripture: Transforming People and Cultures

The Wesleyan Quadrilateral is a lens for viewing the world as it relates to the role of the church in bringing about Justice. Wesley’s view of Sanctification is an integral part of doing justice. The results continue to live with us today. This view of Social Justice and Sanctification became the embodiment of the beginnings of the American Holiness Movement. Structural Evil was identified and advocacy was also a part of one’s faith life. Today the Spirit is calling through the Scriptures and empowering His people to do Kingdom work in this second decade of the 21st century. Only through the power of the Holy Spirit can redeeming work be done. It is happening!

Biography

Dr. Lyon serves on the board of directors at many organizations she believes in representing The Wesleyan Church, including the NAE Executive Committee, the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability, the Christian Community Development Association and the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Dr. Lyon holds a Masters Degree in Counseling, further graduate studies in Historical Theology and has been granted five honorary doctorates. She has written several articles and publications, including the book Ultimate Blessing and has served over 30 years in Pastoral Ministry. She has been Adjunct Professor of Church and Society at both Indiana Wesleyan University and Asbury Theological Seminary. Known by many as the founder and CEO of World Hope International, Alexandria, VA, she led the organization to great influence as a faith-based relief and development organization; alleviating suffering and injustice in over 30 countries.